I knew I wanted to see the Antonine wall exhibit, but we really had a good time viewing the other collections; the medical equipment, the fossils...what a great eclectic bunch of exhibits. We also had a lovely time with the museum docent, she really helped enhance our visit.

A good and bright gallery. The show that was running (apart from the permanent collection that was on display) was of carpets in the university library system and library design. It was a mix of weird, creepy and interesting. Really rather "artsy", with acoustically loud bits that seemed unnecessarily inserted? Anyway, the main collection is nice and worth a look. Too bad the MacDonald house is an extra charge, because all Glasgow's museums seem to be free. Oh well.

the gallery would have been excellent withoutout the original house inside the purpose built outer shell but there is so much to see. there are more Whsitelers than i have ever seen in one pace and neatly displayed and set with other paintings to highlight points being made. Colourists and some masters plus exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable staff.

We arrived and wanted a coffee, so we're pointed back down to the university style cafe in the grounds and it was pleasant enough as the sweet treats and drinks weren't too expensive, in a student vibe cafe quick basic service. Back to the gallery refreshed we looked around the gallery space and enjoyed it, although you have to use the printed booklets if you can one to decipher the artworks which was quite fiddly. Other than that it was a worthwhile visit with quite a few paintings to look at and the museum of sciences was there too. All in all it was in a fantastic setting if you want to connect the dots.and visit the other parts of the museum all together it takes up the best part of a day. We took a taxi there but then walked back into the town centre so you can do it if you don't mind a long walk as the architecture alone is worth looking at. Definitely worth putting it on your list of enlightened things to do in Glasgow.

As well as the Mackintosh House, this lovely gallery houses some of my favourite portraits and Whistler paintings. Bus stops right outside. No cafe though, so if you are in need of sustenance, pop across the road to the University Postgraduate Centre which has a sweet little cafe open to all.

I really enjoyed visiting this gallery. I have mixed views on the "experimental" approach to displaying the art. I didn't enjoy the first room so much, the booklets provided didn't seem to match what I could see and while I could see the logic behind not displaying the information, I personally found this a barrier to the experience. I thought the "pairing" room, where art was displayed with a partner, was really interesting and I feel I learned a lot from the information on display. Efforts made to challenge our assumptions about what makes "good" art, which was really refreshing. My suggestion would be that the information was quite small so a larger text would be helpful. Some rooms had benches but others didn't. A staff member very kindly got me a portable chair- which are great but not the easiest to manoeuvre around as you walk so more benches please! :) I was asked to use the lockers for my bag, which I was fine with, but had to ask for help with unlocking it and I don't think I'm alone in finding them confusing- better instructions for the lockers are needed. Toilets are available by the lockers, which can be accessed on the lower floor by lift or stairs.

Unfortunately, we arrived at the gallery too late to enjoy the extensive collection. But we were able to peruse the gift shop, and wow, were we impressed. They have numerous unique items and we purchased a beautiful Mackintosh stained glass piece, which is now proudly displayed in our home.

A return visit. Would still recommend the gallery and especially Mackintosh House. However, sadly fewer Whistlers are now displayed than previously and painting labels (which are not sadly included in first two rooms) have a very small type face making them hard to read, especially given lighting.

This is a mixed review - maximum stars for the lovely staff and the Mackintosh section, which is a must-see and beautifully done. Low stars for the rest. Like other reviewers, I find it exasperating to have to bend down and peer at labels. But that seems to be the fashion these days. I was expecting to see more than 2 Whistlers, which was disappointing. And, in the end, I don't want to be lectured about white male painters and empty frames blah blah. But, again, I guess that's the fashion these days and boring middle class old people have to just sack it up.